You’ve loved and cared for this animal — emotionally, physically, financially. He hasn’t. He hasn’t asked about the dog’s wellbeing, paid for vet care, or offered companionship. Now, suddenly, he wants the dog? That’s not love — it’s leverage. In abusive dynamics, pets are often used: If he didn’t care about the dog before, his sudden interest… Read More 🐾 The Dog: Love as Leverage